Mercedes-Benz SL 550 BlueEFFICIENCY, Operator'S Manual

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Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
M
Solutions
Apply Brake to
Shift
from 'P'
You have attempted to move the transmission selector lever to
position
D, R or N without depressing the brake pedal.
X
Depress the brake pedal.
Vehicle
Not in 'P'
The driver's door is open and the transmission is in position R, N
or D.
A warning tone also sounds.
X
Shift the transmission to position P.
X
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
Y
page 154).
Service Required
Do Not Shift Gears
You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction.
A warning tone also sounds.
If transmission position
D is selected:
X
Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the
transmission from position
D.
If transmission position R, N or P is selected:
X
Notify a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service.
Only Shift
to 'P' when
Vehicle is
Stationary
The vehicle is moving.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X
Shift the transmission to position P.
N
The trunk lid is open.
X
Close the trunk lid.
M
The hood is open.
G
WARNING
The open hood may block your view when the vehicle is in motion.
There is a risk of an accident.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
Y
page 154).
X
Close the hood.
C
At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds.
X
Close all the doors.
Display messages
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On-board computer and displays
Z